Rockford is a busy place with tons of news, and here is your home to keep up to date on all the buzz happening in the 815.

Flags Half-Staff in Illinois to Honor Fallen Chicago Fire Captain
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has issued an order under the Illinois Flag Display Act to fly all flags at half-staff from sunrise on Saturday, April 26, through sunset on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, to honor a fallen Chicago Fire Captain.

QuikTrip Vs. Kwik Trip: Understanding The Name Confusion
QuikTrip has opened its second location in Rockford! From tasty donuts to hot sandwiches, learn what makes this gas station a must-visit.

Golden Bachelor Season 2 Star Has Illinois Ties: Meet Mel Owens
The hit ABC-TV show The Golden Bachelor is returning for a second season, and this year's bachelor has a connection to Illinois.

How Can You Access PrEP Without A Prescription In Illinois?
Illinois aims for zero new HIV infections by 2030, and now you can get PrEP without a prescription. Discover the details of this groundbreaking initiative.

How Illinois Is Enhancing Chemical Safety Awareness Statewide
Illinois is ramping up its chemical handling facilities – over 100 new sites each year! How prepared is your community for chemical emergencies?

Beware: Rockford Teens Scam Residents With Fake Fundraisers
Rockford's streets are buzzing with warnings about two teens scamming cash under the guise of a school fundraiser. Stay alert, folks!

Rockford Bar Owner’s Killer Highlighted In a New A&E Series
Roland Breault, the Rockford man convicted of involuntary manslaughter in the 2016 death of Joe Pendergrass is featured in a new episode of an A&E true crime series.

What Happened To Rockford Police K9 Andii After Getting Shot?
Rockford Police K9 Officer Andii is on the mend after a shocking incident at a gas station. What does this mean for police dog protections in Illinois?

Rockford Pedestrian Struck: Details Of The Investigation Unfold
A tragic night in Rockford: a pedestrian struck and killed at North 2nd and Auburn. What details are emerging from this devastating incident?

Rockford Bomb Threat And Arrests: What You Need To Know
It was a wild Saturday night in Rockford for local law enforcement, including a bomb threat at a hospital.